'We now understand very clearly the harm that is caused': Call to decriminalise drug users

'The absurdity of the policy of criminalising people who use drugs is highlighted by the fact that nearly 70% of convictions for drug offences in Ireland are for possession of drugs for personal use.'  Picture: Getty

A call to decriminalise people who use drugs has been made by a national network working to combat the country’s drug problem.

CityWide Drugs Crisis Campaign made the recommendation in its submission to the ongoing Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs Use.